2015–2016 A GUIDE FOR PARENTS
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UW Oshkosh Guide Comprehensive advice and information for student success Welcome to the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh About UW Oshkosh Getting Prepared Staying Safe and Healthy Exploring Academic Resources Campus Map Discovering Life on Campus and Beyond UW Oshkosh 2015–2016 Academic Calendar Quick Reference Guide Oshkosh Area Resources
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WELCOME Preparing for college is an exciting time of change for both students and their families. By staying informed and connected to your student, parents and other family members can help ease the transition and play a part in their student’s
success. We know parents and families of first-year college students have a lot of questions. We recommend you become familiar with all that UW Oshkosh has to offer by taking some time to review this guide. More information for parents
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We also invite you to visit your student on campus at UW Oshkosh. In particular, families often enjoy coming to Oshkosh each fall for the following campus and community-wide events:
and family members is available online at www.uwosh.edu/home/parentsand-family, including tips for parents, recommended reading, frequently asked questions and other resources.
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Fall Fest on the Fox (Sept. 18–19): Families are invited to a twoday festival of recreation and entertainment held annually in September. Activities include a fabulous BBQ with music and horsedrawn carriage tours of campus, a hearty Breakfast with the Chancellor and the Oshkosh Community Dragonboat Race and Festival held at the Leach Amphitheater. www.uwosh.edu/fallfest
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Homecoming (Oct. 16–17): UW Oshkosh’s annual homecoming festivities include the Tour de Titan bike ride, pregame celebration at Tent City and Titans football game. www.uwosh.edu/homecoming
We hope to see you around campus!
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ABOUT UW OSHKOSH
UW Oshkosh has provided the residents of northeastern Wisconsin with high-quality, affordable education since 1871. As the state’s third largest university, UW Oshkosh is committed to providing students with a broad knowledge base and transferable skills as well as a strong sense of values and ethics to prepare them for civic leadership. The campus community promotes enrichment and active learning with opportunities for sports and recreation, arts and culture, service learning and career-building. More than 13,900 students benefit from the nationally recognized expertise of our faculty, a wide variety of courses and degrees offered — including more than 60 undergraduate degrees, 13 master’s degree programs and one doctoral program — and modest class sizes that foster one-on-one and collaborative learning with professors, rather than teaching assistants. 6
UW Oshkosh, the nation’s first Fair Trade University, has been recognized for its role in embracing sustainable practices, such as building “green,” examining its carbon footprint and promoting social justice. Located on the Fox River and near downtown Oshkosh, the University serves the community and beyond through a multitude of programs, services and partnerships, including collaborations with other colleges, nationally and internationally.
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FINANCIAL AID
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The UW Oshkosh Financial Aid Office serves the University community by providing timely and accurate financial aid and scholarship information and resources to assist students in achieving their educational goals. We are committed to providing quality services while maintaining equality and accountability in the administration of federal, state, institutional and private grants, loans, scholarships and work-study funds. The only application necessary is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), available at www.fafsa.gov. The FAFSA application priority date is March 15 prior to the fall term. The UW Oshkosh Federal School Code is 003920.
With the exception of parking meters and pay stations, all parking on the UW Oshkosh campus is regulated by permit. Students who bring a vehicle, including a motorcycle or moped, to campus at any time need to obtain the proper permit and a copy of the parking regulations from the Parking Services Office, located in the lower level of Blackhawk Commons.
(920) 424-3377 • www.uwosh.edu/fin_aid
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RESIDENCE LIFE Residence Life provides a variety of services to on-campus students. Most first- and second-year students live on campus, unless they choose to commute from their parents’ permanent home address within 45 miles of UW Oshkosh. In addition to convenience, 7
living on campus offers the benefits of a community of peers, access to resources, staff, a safe environment and support for the challenges associated with being a busy college student. More than 100 staff members live in the residence halls to assist students. They provide advice; help develop the community; refer students to other University offices as needed; mediate conflicts; and help plan educational, social and cultural activities to enhance the college experience.
fair trade products. We also sell small gift baskets of goodies and deliver them right to your student's residence hall. The store is open seven days a week during the regular semester (excluding holidays). We accept all major forms of payment, including Titan Dollars. (920) 424-0277 www.uwosh.edu/bookstore
A full-time professional residence hall director (RHD) lives in each hall. All directors have experience in residence life and an interest in and concern for people. The director is responsible for student staff supervision, facilities management, crisis intervention and developing and maintaining an environment conducive to learning and positive living experiences. In the larger halls, the RHDs are assisted by a graduate assistant residence hall director (ARHD). (920) 424-3212 • www.housing.uwosh.edu
UNIVERSITY BOOKS & MORE University Books & More, located in Reeve Union, is your student's best source for new and used textbooks. Students can also rent selected titles. Students can charge up to $1,000 per semester in textbooks and required supplies to their student account. University Books & More also offers a variety of school, office and art supplies, UW Oshkosh clothing and gifts, greeting cards, general reading books and fair trade items. Weekly "best seller" general reading books are always 30 percent off and University Books & More will special order any book not in stock at no additional charge. The onestop shop, Corner Convenience Store, is the quickest and closest place to get groceries. Items include refrigerated food and drinks, frozen foods, candy and snacks, health and beauty products, magazines, ready-made sandwiches and 8
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Staying Safe and Healthy Campus Safety Resources One of your primary concerns as a parent may be the safety of your student. UW Oshkosh is committed to maintaining a safe and secure educational environment and continues to develop new programs and technologies to better protect the campus community. UW Oshkosh notifies students of campus emergencies online via the University home page as well as campus-wide emails notifications and Titan Alert, a textmessaging alert system. An Emergency Procedures Guide is available and distributed throughout campus to help students, faculty and staff prepare for and respond to an emergency on campus. Students are encouraged to sign up to receive Titan Alert messages via text. www.universityparent.com/oshkosh
Alerts include campus emergencies, inclement weather updates, and University closing updates. Students can register for Titan Alert through the Titan Web system. They may also register additional numbers with Titan Alert by visiting www.uwosh.edu/home/titanalert. In the event of inclement weather, students will be notified of class delays or cancellations via the University home page, campus-wide email and, if registered, Titan Alert. They also can call the weather line at (920) 424-0000. For more information about these and other measures UW Oshkosh has in place to ensure the safety of your student, visit www.uwosh.edu/home/current-students/ safety.
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Student Health Center The Student Health Center is a nationally accredited medical clinic and provides a full range of healthcare services for registered students. The staff consists of experienced and credentialed health professionals including a physician, psychiatrist, nurse practitioners, nurses, medical assistants, health promotion coordinator and support personnel. We are funded primarily by the segregated fee included in each student’s tuition, thus many services are free. Students pay a minimal fee for physicals, medications, lab tests, procedures, injections and supplies. Services may be paid with cash, check, Titan Card or applied to the student account. (920) 424-2424 www.uwosh.edu/healthcenter
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Counseling Center
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The Counseling Center provides free and confidential time limited services to enrolled UWO students to address their personal, career and academic success. Students receive support and opportunities to develop life skills to manage stress, relationship conflict/break ups, depression/anxiety, family issues, substance abuse, body image, selfesteem, relationship or sexual violence, impacts of racism, LGBTQ issues, academic performance and other common issues. We also provide a referral service to the community and/or home area as deemed appropriate or desired.
The UW Oshkosh Police Department is dedicated to developing partnerships with the community we serve in order to support and enhance the mission of the University. As a team, we will preserve a learning environment that supports inclusivity, excellence and quality of life across campus, providing a safe environment for all students, faculty, staff and visitors. We provide these services with 16 full-time staff members and more than 40 student employees.
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Community Service Officers (CSOs) are student employees who work in pairs to help provide safety and security by patrolling campus on foot and working security stations within the residence halls. The CSOs also provide, by request, Safewalk to students and employees who wish to be escorted at night to/from anywhere within a few blocks of the main campus. To request a Safewalk, download and use the UW Oshkosh app or call the police department phone number. Safewalks are generally available as follows: Sunday–Wednesday: 5 p.m.–3 a.m. Thursday–Saturday: 5 p.m.–4 a.m. www.facebook.com/uwopd
Campus Security Reports www.uwosh.edu/up/reports-statistics (920) 424-1212 for emergencies (920) 424-1216 for non-emergencies www.uwosh.edu/up
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Every university has “general education� requirements: classes students take outside of their major field to prepare them for the many challenges and opportunities the future will present. At UW Oshkosh, general education is offered through our nationally recognized University Studies Program (USP). The USP was designed to introduce students to university and community life while also giving them college-level knowledge and skills in a wide variety of disciplines. Students get to know each other and the campus in small, first-year seminars paired with writing and public speaking courses. By the end of their second year they are contributors to society through community service initiatives accomplished through our network of community partners. The goal of the USP is setting students up for success not only on this campus, but wherever their lives take them.
The Center for Academic Resources (CAR), located in the Student Success Center, provides free tutoring for undergraduate students. Students can receive oneon-one or small group peer tutoring for mainly 100 and 200 level courses on campus. CAR provides a large number of job opportunities as we employ more than 250 students each year. It is a great way to help others and gain a deeper understanding of course material. CAR also offers Supplemental Instruction (SI) and Peer Educator Review Sessions (PERS) programs. These consist of regular review sessions for selected 100 and 200 level courses with large enrollments. As an alternative or in addition to oneon-one tutoring, SI offers students three hours of prepared group review sessions each week of the semester. Students can
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Resources attend as many SI sessions as they want, including special exam reviews prior to major tests in the course. PERS provide one group review session per week. The SI and PERS leaders help the students review the course materials and share the strategies that they used to be successful in the course so that students can learn more efficiently. A third service is English assistance. Students for whom English is a second or non-native language often want to further develop English skills. They can schedule individual appointments with the professional English language tutor. Together, they can work on general or course-specific vocabulary, pronunciation and oral presentations, English grammar and textbook reading. (920) 424-2290 • www.uwosh.edu/car
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Disability Services The Disability Services Office provides accommodations to students with documented disabilities through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Our goal is to provide equal opportunity and equal challenge in the pursuit of your student’s academic goals. Our office offers permanent and temporary reasonable accommodations for students with physical, medical, psychological, ADD/ADHD and learning disabilities. Accommodations are designed on an individual basis and may include note taking, proctoring, alternative testing, extended time testing, recording of lectures, interpreting and alternative electronic text. (920) 424-3100 • www.uwosh.edu/ deanofstudents/disability-services
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Developmental Mathematics Tutoring Lab The Mathematics Department operates a free drop-in tutor lab. The Mathematics Tutoring Lab is coordinated by a faculty member and a graduate student. Tutors are students who have taken those classes and earned a good grade. The lab is staffed from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and at least two evenings a week. Your student can come with specific questions or just come to work on their homework in a supportive place. (920) 424-3968 www.uwosh.edu/mathematics/resources/ tutor-labs
Polk Library Polk Library provides the University community with access to a wide range of books, ebooks, online articles and streaming videos. Polk 101 offers students a study space that combines the best of a traditional library with a comfortable, technology-rich environment. Students can check out laptops, use GroupFinder on their mobile device to reserve group study rooms, and use wireless printing from their laptops. Resource Sharing gives UW Oshkosh students speedy access to all the books and videos in the entire UW system. Students can chat with a librarian 24 hours a day, seven days a week for help with their work! (920) 424-4333 www.uwosh.edu/library
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Reading and Study Skills Center The Reading and Study Skills Center offers students at all stages of academic development an opportunity to acquire more sophisticated reading and study techniques. Students may choose to schedule an individual consultation or attend a variety of one-hour workshops with topics such as test preparation, test taking, textbook study, active learning strategies, note taking and Praxis I exam preparation. Self-help resources also are available, including learning strategy packets, lending library and online links. In addition, students are encouraged to register for any of our one or twocredit Academic Skills courses such as Developmental Reading, Comprehensive Study Skills, Applied Study Skills and College Reading Strategies. (920) 424-1031 www.uwosh.edu/readingstudycenter
Registrar’s Office The Registrar’s Office assists students with enrollment verifications, transcripts, veteran services, graduation, registration for classes and name changes. Students use TitanWeb, our online student information system, for most of their registration transactions. (920) 424-3454 www.uwosh.edu/registrar
Student Support Services (A TRiO Program) Student Support Services (SSS) offers guidance and support for first-generation students (neither parent has a four-year college degree) and/or limited-income students. Services include academic advising, strategies for academic success, career and major exploration, and connections to campus resources. Students with documented disabilities may also be served. Only 300 students are members of the SSS program, (continued on p. 18)
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meaning students get individualized attention from the time they enter the program until graduation. Students must be citizens or permanent U.S. residents. SSS is funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. (920) 424-1310 • www.uwosh.edu/sss
Undergraduate Advising Resource Center Located in the Student Success Center, the Undergraduate Advising Resource Center (UARC), in partnership with the campus community, seeks to empower students to articulate and achieve their personal, educational and career goals. Incoming students meet with and are assigned to a UARC adviser during orientation. Later, a faculty adviser may be designated as determined by the academic department of the students major.
STUDENTS ARE GUIDED BY AND WORK WITH ADVISERS TO:
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Take responsibility for and follow through on decisions made during advising sessions.
Students also receive help from Peer Advising Liaisons (PALs), UW Oshkosh students who offer academic support and a peer’s perspective about college. A typical course load will range from 12 to 18 credits per semester. All students will complete a minimum of 120 credits to graduate including University Studies Program (general education), degree and major requirements. Some students may also need to complete remedial coursework. Students must average 15 credits per semester to complete 120 credits within eight semesters (four years); remedial coursework will extend this time. (920) 424-1268 • uwosh.edu/advising
Writing Center The Writing Center offers all UW Oshkosh students free writing feedback and support. We work with students in many programs and majors in hundreds of different classes, as well as helping with applications or other personal writing. Our one-on-one sessions last up to 50 minutes, and students are allowed up to three appointments per week. (920) 424-1152 www.uwosh.edu/wcenter
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Discovering Life on Campus and Beyond
Alumni Relations
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Students benefit from making connections with UW Oshkosh's more than 85,000 alumni worldwide. Shared Titan pride brings students and alumni together through guest lectures, mentoring opportunities and campus events like Homecoming. Through the University Studies Program, alumni work alongside students in community outreach and engagement activities. www.uwosh.edu/alumni
Career Services, located in the Student Success Center, is dedicated to creating an environment for students to access career development opportunities and resources for success in the professional world. We offer individualized attention to students seeking jobs, career direction, internships and entrance to graduate school. Students may set up appointments to meet with our Career Advisers. The Career Advisers are all assigned to work with one of our four colleges so they have specific knowledge of the courses, employers and trends in those areas.
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Your Action Plan Starts Your First Year Career Services provides students with opportunities and resources to enhance their career development from day one. Career Services prepares students with the essential professional skills employers are seeking. As freshmen, students can participate in Career Services events and programs, including mock interviews, dining with professionals, career fairs and resume drop-ins. Students can build a professional wardrobe by browsing the Career Closet, establish a professional network by attending Career Fairs or other networking events, and construct a tailored resume and cover letter by meeting with a Career Adviser who is specifically focused in their major. Students additionally have access to the Titan Jobs database where they are able to search for part-time jobs, on-campus positions, volunteer work, and internships. Through Titan Jobs students can also connect to additional resources like Virtual Mock Interviews, Career GPS and My World Abroad. Stay Connected! (920) 424-2181 • www.uwosh.edu/career www.facebook.com/UWOCareerServices twitter.com/UWOCareerSvc
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LGBTQ Resource Center The UW Oshkosh LGBTQ Resource Center works to create awareness across campus and our community by identifying and responding to the concerns and needs of LGBTQ+ students, staff, faculty, and allies, believing that it’s only together that we make it better. We strive to provide quality programming, resources, and services that contribute to the academic and personal growth in a diverse and welcoming atmosphere. The Center provides the following services: •
Programming, such as the LGBTQ Ally March or the Religion and Sexuality Panel
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Multicultural Retention Programs (MRP) and Multicultural Education Center (MEC) Housed in the Center for Academic Support and Diversity, MRP provides academic and student support services to assist in the enrollment, retention and graduation of multicultural students. Programs and services offered in MRP include: specialized tutoring in English and mathematics, first-year student writing workshops, leadership development, personal, career and financial aid assistance, mentoring and referrals to other campus resources. In collaboration with the MEC, MRP sponsors programs and activities to increase the level of understanding and appreciation for cultural diversity on campus and in the community. The MEC also serves as a “home away from home� for all students, particularly multicultural and multiracial students, faculty and staff. (920) 424-3081 www.uwosh.edu/acad-supp
National Student Exchange The National Student Exchange (NSE) program provides affordable semesterand year-long study opportunities at approximately 200 colleges and universities within the U.S. and Canada. The exchange allows students to study outside of Wisconsin while paying tuition to UW Oshkosh. NSE students explore new academic options, immerse themselves in a different environment, search for graduate schools or future employment, acquire life skills, experience life from a new point of view and expand their personal and educational perspectives. (920) 424-0775 uwosh.edu/oie/studyusa/index.php
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Reeve Memorial Union Reeve Union offers a lively environment with quality dining services and diverse experiences that foster learning, leadership, social interaction, equaling the perfect setting for your student’s busy college life. With more than 163,000 square feet of open-concept space, the building hosts art exhibits, meetings, conferences, movies, comedians, speakers, concerts, late night activities and many other events that help bring campus to life. Inside Reeve Union, your student will find Mi Taza Coffeehouse, Marketplace food court, Titan Underground, Gail Floether Steinhilber Art Gallery, Corner Convenience Store, Copy This!!, University Books & More, Titan Central information desk, UW Credit Union, a surround-sound movie theatre, study and relaxation spaces and a variety of other services and conveniences. The Student Leadership and Involvement center in Reeve Union provides opportunities that allow students 22
to connect, learn and grow as contributing citizens. From volunteerism opportunities and late night programs to fraternity and sorority life to diversity and inclusion programs, there is something available for everyone; including more than 150 student clubs and organizations to join and get engaged outside the classroom. In addition, Reeve Union distributes the TitanCard, which is the official UW Oshkosh identification card for every student, faculty and staff member. The TitanCard offers your student a convenient, easy and safe way to make purchases and use campus services. Beyond being the University ID card, the TitanCard is also a meal plan card, declining balance account (Titan Dollars used for on campus purchases), library card, door access card, sports pass (athletic events and wellness center), and an optional ATM and PIN-based debit card. (920) 424-2346 • www.reeve.uwosh.edu
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Facilities The Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) includes 104,000 square feet of state-of-the-art recreation space with basketball courts, jogging/walking track, indoor soccer court, volleyball courts, climbing wall, golf simulators, strength training areas, 100+ pieces of cardio exercise equipment, two group exercise studios, cycling studio, TRX suspension training and a lounge area. Campus recreational facilities also include Kolf Sports Center, featuring basketball/ volleyball courts, and Albee Hall, which features additional basketball/volleyball courts, four racquetball courts and an aquatics facility with a nine-lane lap pool and an adjoining diving well. Programs and Activities Aquatics activities include open lap swim, aqua fitness classes and other water activities.
Student Recreation There are a wide variety of recreational opportunities for students at UW Oshkosh. First-rate facilities, intramural sports, club sports, Xpeditions outdoor recreation center, group exercise, personal training, and many additional group and individual programs and activities provide something for everyone.
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Intramural sports feature a wide variety of recreational and competitive opportunities, including soccer, basketball, volleyball, dodge ball, floor hockey, tennis, wrestling, ultimate Frisbee, racquetball, bean bags and flag football. Group exercise classes are held daily in the SRWC studios, and personal training is also available.
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Club Sports provide students with an array of instructional, recreational and competitive programs. Current active clubs include bowling, chess, dance, golf, ice hockey, karate, lacrosse, racquetball, rifle, rugby and men’s volleyball.
(920) 424-3047 • recreation.uwosh.edu
In traditional study abroad and exchange programs, UW Oshkosh students travel individually or in groups to study at one of UW Oshkosh’s partner institutions abroad or in the U.S. Students are enrolled directly in the host institution and typically are part of the general student body. These programs offer a high level of immersion, a wide range of courses at the host institution and use of the host institution’s facilities.
Study Abroad/Away
(920) 424-0775 • www.uwosh.edu/oie/ abroad/familyguide.php
Xpeditions outdoor recreation offers a climbing wall, equipment rentals, and a variety of trips and clinics.
Study abroad/away is a transformative experience leading to personal growth and active engagement in the pursuit of knowledge and skills. It offers options for advancing unique and diverse personal and professional goals. UW Oshkosh runs programs abroad and within the U.S. that can last from two weeks to a full year. On faculty-led programs, a UW Oshkosh professor accompanies a group of students throughout their program or on an entry tour at the beginning of the experience. These programs offer a guided experience relative to a particular academic discipline. Students typically earn UW Oshkosh credit.
University Dining UW Oshkosh has a variety of delicious dining venues available throughout campus with convenient hours of operation. From a coffeehouse to a madeto-order salad station and all-you-careto-eat commons, there are options that cater to nearly all preferences and dietary needs. University Dining offers flexible meal plans for both our residential and commuter students. Our meal plans are a perfect blend of meals and Titan Dollars, allowing students to have the flexibility of when, where and what they choose to eat. All of our dining locations accept a variety of payment methods, from flexible meal plans and Titan Dollars to cash and credit card. (920) 424-2391 • dining.uwosh.edu
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Veterans Resource Center The Veterans Resource Center is dedicated to providing support for our University's active duty veterans, guard members, reservists and dependents of veterans. We will assist your student throughout the benefit application process, in coordinating campus and community resources and in helping your student find the support they need to reach their goals. The Veterans Resource Center features a veteran study lounge, a computer lab, CAC readers and resource materials. (920) 424-1804 www.uwosh.edu/registrar/veterans
Women’s Center Housed in the Center for Academic Support and Diversity, the Women's Center strives to build the personal, academic and professional capacity of women by providing opportunities to connect, serve and lead. Our programs create opportunities for students to connect with cross-cultural topics, develop media literacy skills, professional development and improve confidence. Everyone, regardless of gender, is welcome at the Women’s Center. We aim to help women and men of all walks of life to learn to work, play and live together in ways based on mutual respect by: •
Providing resources and education for the UW Oshkosh community.
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Promoting engagement between students, faculty and the community in the context of women's issues and needs.
(920) 424-0963 www.uwosh.edu/womenscenter
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UW Oshkosh 2015–2016 FALL SEMESTER 2015
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Sunday
Sept. 6
Freshmen move into residence halls (8 a.m.– 3 p.m.) Residence hall floor meetings and commuter student meetings at 4 p.m.; Orientation at 5:30 p.m.
Monday
Sept. 7
Orientation for all freshmen
Wednesday
Sept. 9
Classes begin for first 7-week and 14-week terms
Tuesday
Oct. 27
End first 7-week term
Wednesday
Oct. 28
Begin second 7-week term
Wed.–Sun.
Nov. 25–Nov. 29
Thanksgiving recess begins after evening classes on Nov. 24
Monday
Nov. 30
Classes resume
Friday
Dec. 18
End second 7-week and 14-week terms
Saturday
Dec. 19
Commencement
Monday*
Jan. 4, 2016
Begin 3-week interim
Monday
Jan. 18
Legal holiday, Martin Luther King Jr Day — no classes
Friday
Jan. 22
End 3-week interim; end of semester — Official Graduation Date
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Academic Calendar SPRING SEMESTER 2016 Sunday
Jan. 31
Residence halls open at 1 p.m.
Monday
Feb. 1
Classes begin for first 7-week and 14-week terms
Friday
March 18
End first 7-week term
Sun.–Sun.
March 20–27
Spring Break
Monday
March 28
Begin second 7-week term
Friday
May 13
End second 7-week and 14-week terms
Saturday
May 14
Commencement
Monday**
May 16
Begin 3-week Interim
Monday
May 30
Legal holiday, Memorial Day — no classes
Friday
June 3
End 3-week Interim; end of semester — Official Graduation Date Residence halls close at 8 p.m.
*Fall Interim: classes will meet on January 4, 5, 6, 7, 8; 11, 12, 13, 14, 15; and 19, 20, 21, 22. **Spring Interim will meet on May 16, 17, 18, 19, 20; 23, 24, 25, 26, 27; May 31, June 1, 2, 3. Up-to-date academic calendars can be viewed at www.uwosh.edu/provost
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Quick Reference Guide
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ACADEMIC ADVISING
Student Success Center 202 | (920) 424-1268 www.uwosh.edu/advising
ADMISSIONS OFFICE
Dempsey Hall 135 | (920) 424-3164 admissions.uwosh.edu
ATHLETICS
Kolf Sports Center 124 | (920) 424-1034 www.uwoshkoshtitans.com
CAREER SERVICES
Student Success Center 125 | (920) 424-2181 www.uwosh.edu/career
CENTER FOR ACADEMIC RESOURCES (CAR)
Student Success Center 102 | (920) 424-3419 www.uwosh.edu/car
CENTER FOR ACADEMIC SUPPORT AND DIVERSITY (CASD)
717 W. Irving Ave. | (920) 424-3081 www.uwosh.edu/acad-supp
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CHILDREN’S LEARNING AND CARE CENTER (day care)
Lincoln Hall | (920) 424-0260 www.uwosh.edu/childrens_center
COUNSELING CENTER
Student Success Center 240 | (920) 424-2061 www.uwosh.edu/couns_center
DEAN OF STUDENTS
Dempsey Hall 125 | (920) 424-3100 www.uwosh.edu/deanofstudents
FINANCIAL AID
Dempsey Hall 104 | (920) 424-3377 www.uwosh.edu/fin_aids
RESIDENCE LIFE (Housing)
Gruenhagen Conference Center 263 | (920) 424-3212 www.housing.uwosh.edu
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
Dempsey Hall 146 | (920) 424-0775 www.uwosh.edu/oie
LGBTQ RESOURCE CENTER
Center for Academic Support and Diversity | (920) 424-3465 www.uwosh.edu/hope
LIBRARY
Forrest R. Polk Library | (920) 424-4333 www.uwosh.edu/library
MATH LAB
Swart 113 | (920) 424-1333
PARKING
Blackhawk Commons lower level | (920) 424-4455 www.uwosh.edu/parking
PROJECT SUCCESS
Nursing/Education 26 | (920) 424-1033 www.uwosh.edu/success
READING STUDY CENTER
Nursing/Education 201 | (920) 424-1031 www.uwosh.edu/programs/readingstudycenter
REEVE MEMORIAL UNION
748 Algoma Blvd. | (920) 424-1234 reeve.uwosh.edu
REGISTRAR’S OFFICE
Dempsey Hall 130 | (920) 424-3454 www.uwosh.edu/registrar
STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
Radford Hall, First Floor | (920) 424-2424 www.uwosh.edu/health_center
STUDENT RECREATION & WELLNESS CENTER
735 Pearl Ave. | (920) 424-3047 recreation.uwosh.edu
TESTING SERVICES
Polk Library, Room 4 | (920) 424-1432 www.uwosh.edu/testing
TITANCARD
Reeve Union | (920) 424-1234 www.reeve.uwosh.edu/services/titan-central
UNIVERSITY BOOKS AND MORE
Reeve Union | (920) 424-0277 www.uwosh.edu/bookstore
UNIVERSITY DINING
Blackhawk Commons, lower level | (920) 424-2391 reeve.uwosh.edu/dining
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UNIVERSITY POLICE
738 High Avenue | (920) 424-1212 (emergency) or (920) 424-1216 (general information) www.uwosh.edu/up
VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER
Dempsey Hall 130 | (920) 424-1804 www.uwosh.edu/veterans
VICE CHANCELLOR FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS
Dempsey Hall 148 | (920) 424-4000 www.uwosh.edu/stuaff
WOMEN’S CENTER
Center of Equity and Diversity | (920) 424-0963 www.uwosh.edu/womenscenter
WRITING CENTER
Student Success Center 102 | (920) 424-1152 www.uwosh.edu/wcenter
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Oshkosh Area Resources For more area resources visit www.universityparent.com/oshkosh
Places to Live Hunters Ridge Condominium Community (920) 284-8389 mwdevelopment.com Please see ad on p. 24.
Schwab Properties
601 Oregon St., Ste. B Oshkosh, WI 54902 (920) 233-5810 schwabproperties.com Please see ad on p. 21.
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Additional Services Affinity Medical Group (920) 223-2000 www.affinityhealth.org Please see ad on p. 15.
J & R Auto Service, INC
629 N. Main St. Oshkosh, WI 54901 (920) 231-3661 www.jandrautoservice.com Please see ad on p. 23.
UniversityParent E-News www.UniversityParent.com Please see ad on p. 30.
GOTransit
Titan Transit
(920) 424-3202 www.uwosh.edu/stustaff/ titan-transit Please see ad on p. 31.
(920) 232-5340 www.rideGOtransit.com Please see ad on p. 31.
What to See & Do Oshkosh Convention and Visitors Bureau VisitOshkosh.com Please see ad on p. 11.
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